Riding off-road and the improvements in breathability in hard shell fabrics have made us reconsider hard shell jackets. The Trail GT Jacket is made to work for rainy rides on any surface, or cold rides when you really want to keep the elements out and you're not as concerned about going fast. We've used GORE-TEX® PACLITE® PLUS for the extra breathability, and that also allows the jacket to compress down to a low volume in your bags. It has two front pockets that can open for ventilation, and an adjustable drawstring at the waist for a perfect fit. The hood is cut to fit over your helmet for riding in the rain and packs away into the collar when you don't need it. The wrists have an adjustable closure, so you can either close them tight to keep out the rain or open them up for extra ventilation. While this jacket is first and foremost a technical on-bike piece, it's also designed to look good when you're off the bike, for your next adventure or bikepacking ride.